BMW X5 xDrive35d
Entering its third year, BMW’s X5 offers an optional third-row seat, although like many in this class, space is restricted to youngsters or in-laws. The base 3.0-litre inline-six generates ... [more]
Land Rover LR3
From a driving dynamics standpoint, the LR3 is a real winner with its combination of on-road handling and offroad prowess. Nice touches include the six-speed automatic transmission, fully ... [more]
Mercedes-Benz ML Class
Mercedes-Benz recently updated the well-respected M-Class lineup. In addition to slight cosmetic changes inside and out, new for 2009 is the ML320... [more]
Acura MDX
The second-generation of Acura’s Canadianbuilt SUV goes after the likes of the BMW X5 and Porsche Cayenne, sporting an emphasis on performance and athletic handling. [more]
Infiniti FX
The all-new, second-generation Infiniti FX is a fusion of luxury, performance and the utility of an SUV. It offers head-turning style and an advanced sports platform, along with a choice of ... [more]
Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
To say that Canada’s premium compact sport-ute segment is hot, is like saying Yao Ming’s a tab lanky. At the end of ’07, the segment was up 80 per cent over the previous year, with ... [more]
Saab Turbo X
There have been stylish Saabs before, but when looking at the Turbo X it’s hard to get past its menacing stare, black alloy wheels, and jet black paint. It looks special, even to the untrained ... [more]
Volkswagen Jetta Wagon
Volkswagen’s wagon variant of its popular Jetta line returns for 2009, after a few years of absence. Sharing the same mechanicals as its sedan sibling, the wagon adds plenty of space ... [more]
Jaguar XF
This is Jaguar’s bet to stay relevant in the 21st century. The XF replaces the stodgy S-Type and brings real style to the British manufacturer, mostly inspired by the gorgeous XK coupe. [more]
Nissan GTR
If you’ve never heard of the GTR, be prepared for a shock: It’ll top 300 km/h, do 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, and over 1g in a corner. [more]
Lexus LS 600h L
You wish for a green vehicle but don’t want to loose the luxurious features of your large luxury sedan? Fear not as Lexus is there for you. [more]
Smart For two
How about driving the smallest four-wheel vehicle you can legally drive on Canadian highways? The redesigned Smart Fortwo fits the bill, and does do with a touch of flair! [more]
Honda Civic Hybrid
Now that the Malibu and Aura have been hybridized, the Civic is no longer the most inexpensive hybrid on the market. [more]
Nissan Altima Hybrid
Shortly after the all-new Altima sedan bowed last year, word came a hybrid model would join the mix. As Nissan puts it, the gas/electric model “offers all the style, convenience, comfort, ... [more]
Mini Cooper Convertible
Few cars are as iconic as the Mini Cooper. The convertible carries on the all-but-dead tradition of al fresco British motoring. [more]
Bentley Continental GTC
It’s a great drive, a wonderful automobile, and a perfect Bentley to boot as it continues the marquee’s grand tradition of providing stately yet performance-minded motoring. [more]
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